August 2025

Resolving Home Renovation Regret: AI Tool Transforming Bid Comparison

In a move set to disrupt the home improvement industry, GreatBuildz—a leading homeowner-contractor matching service—has launched BidCompareAI. This free and publicly available AI-powered tool is designed to help homeowners make sense of contractor bids—one of the most confusing and error-prone aspects of home renovation projects.

The Eversolo Play CD Edition Could Be Better

I have had the CD Edition of the Eversolo Play in my living room for over a month. This version of the Eversolo Play is an all-in-one that features a CD player as well as a music streamer, DAC, and amplifier in a compact and inviting form factor. While I have no regrets ordering this device for my home, there are definitely a few areas where Eversolo could have enhanced the user experience. After thirty days of usage, the Eversolo Play has left me with a mix of positive and negative impressions that we should discuss here.

CEO Q&A: Agentic AI Rewiring Auto Retail to Resolve Broken Car Buying System

For decades, car buying has ranked among the most frustrating consumer experiences. Pricing is opaque, dealerships typically employ aggressive sales tactics, and buyers and sellers find the process to be riddled with inefficiencies. The system, built around outdated incentives and misaligned priorities, has long been in need of a shakeup. And now, as artificial intelligence transforms industries across the board, one small business startup is boldly leading the charge to bring trust, transparency, and fairness back to auto retail.

Should Your SMB Offer an Internship Program? 6 Tips and Considerations

Small to midsized businesses (SMBs) often offer internships to build talent and foster growth. These programs usually benefit the organization and college students, enabling companies to leverage the most current skillsets while giving tomorrow's workforce real-world experience. 

Many SMBs wonder if providing these opportunities is a good idea. With remote and hybrid options becoming more common post-pandemic and evolving legal and ethical considerations, they must weigh the pros and cons. However, you can boost your brand's reputation with the right approach and support diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) objectives.

How Does 5G Impact Business Cybersecurity?

The rollout of 5G networks is helping business operations and opening new opportunities for innovation and a better customer experience. However, these advancements also bring cybersecurity considerations.

More organizations are prioritizing the adoption of 5G, and they face several challenges and evolving threats. Without the right security policies in place, several risks can compromise sensitive data and disrupt operations. Fortunately, knowing about the potential downsides and benefits of 5G can help businesses invest with safety in mind.

10 Things Every Business Owner Should Know Before Their First Trade Show

Trade shows open doors of opportunity to growing businesses much more than months of cold calling can. They offer a concentrated environment to put your company out there, engage with potential customers and connect with industry peers. While it’s an exciting venture, first-time exhibitors often underestimate the preparation necessary and overestimate the walk-up interest of the crowd. This can make them miss out on simple opportunities that knowledgeable competitors readily seize. 

Before committing your time, budget and reputation to your first expo, here’s what you should know.

Should Businesses Incorporate Gamification for Safety Training?

Employers are getting creative with how they upskill and protect their workforce. Encouraging them to polish their knowledge through exercises requires innovative thinking, which is why many corporate training programs consider gamification. It is an ancient technique with a modern twist, inspiring many to see mandatory training as competitive and enjoyable.

Data Gathering 101 for Businesses: What Is First-, Second- and Third-Party Data?

Choosing your company’s most beneficial data collection type can dramatically improve your marketing strategy. Client information can help your small business’s design and marketing team better understand your customers, which can boost growth and create more effective engagement. 

Finding a suitable service for your small business is extremely important. You must consider the pros and cons of first-, second- and third-party data collection to determine what’s best for your company.